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- the present invention relates to a garment, and in particular, to a vest-like garment that can be used for multiple purposes such as posture correcting, pain relieving and workout boosting.
- U.S. Pat. No. 3,116,735 and U.S. Pat. No. 9,168,167 disclosed a posture brace and posture improvement device
- U.S. Pat. No. 4,756,306 and U.S. Pat. No. 20070208288 disclosed a therapeutic belt and therapeutic treatment apparatus
- U.S. Pat. No. 20160235129 disclosed an exercise garment.
- a vest-like garment is well known in the art. However, they are differentiated one another by their figure, material and/or purpose. For instance, there are a number of garment for posture correcting including upper and lower back. Such garments typically comprise a vest with or without sleeves and attachable moving parts such as support stays and scapular straps.
- Such garments typically comprise a vest with or without sleeves and attachable moving parts such as support stays and scapular straps.
- US. Pat. No. 20120059297 to Newkirk directed to a scapula-spinal stabilizer with abdominal support for opening the superior thoracic aperture.
- a device of this type is also shown in U.S. Pat. No. 6,440,094 to Maas.
- a similar device but for use with a pad or the like to be held in the center of the back is shown in U.S. Pat. No. 9,168,167 to Brown.
- U.S. Pat. No. 6,632,168 to Roberts et al. discloses a magnetic therapeutic device and a method to treat pain or injury areas comprising the use of the said magnetic device under the wearer's skin.
- everyday use articles such as pads, bands, patches, bandages and wrapping materials comprising magnetic items and directed to the magnetotherapy of different parts of the body are disclosed in multiple U.S. Patents such as Juster et al., U.S. Pat. No. 6,344,021, Engel U.S. Pat. No. 6,146,324, Nagler U.S. Pat. No. 6,093,143, Snider U.S. Pat. No. 5,336,498, Russell U.S. Pat. No. 5,782,743 and Griffin et al U.S. Pat. No. 4,587,956 among others.
- a therapeutic magnet belt adapted for pain relieving placement of the bodies of persons who have previous back problems or abdominal muscle injury, as well as to help preventing the reoccurrence of such problems is provided as one of preferred embodiments of the invention.
- the multifunctional vest according to the invention also intends to provide a device that is useful for training aid that provide the general advantages of being a garment that is easy to use and adjust for specific needs, as well as to provide the user with a normal appearance.
- the multifunctional vest according to the invention substantially departs from the conventional concepts, purpose and designs of the prior art, and in doing so provides an one-piece garment primarily developed for the multiple purposes by easily changing given embodiments such as support stays, scapular straps, a therapeutic magnet belt and a workout boosting sheet.
- the present invention can readily be adapted for use by individual which need not only the benefit of the posture correcting or pain relieving including prevention of back injury, but also need a workout boosting sheet to keep fit while doing daily activities or exercise.
- the present invention is a versatile, vest-like garment having a front opening that is closed by a zipper. Further, the anterior portion has upper section which is made of expansible material for supporting wearer's breast and chest that is suitable for both men and women wearing.
- the garment also includes multiple bands that join the anterior portion with the posterior portion. The bands are made of sturdy elastic material.
- An adjustable self-gripping mechanism—hook and loop fastener is provided on each band in order to facilitate the size adjustment for the individual's size as well as comfort for compression level the individual desires.
- the multifunctional vest according to the invention attempts to provide an one-piece garment that can be adapted for multiple purposes such as posture correcting, pain relieving and workout boosting by installing given embodiments.
- the multifunctional vest includes two vertical support stays that is disposed in dual sheaths in the posterior panel of the garment.
- the garment also includes removable scapular straps that are operatively connected to the shoulder and waist bands by crossing over the posterior panel of the garment. Both embodiments are provided for purpose of improving body posture.
- the multifunctional vest includes a therapeutic magnet belt which is provided for purpose of relieving pain.
- the therapeutic magnet belt can be attached to both anterior portion and posterior portion where the linear strips with hook and loop fasteners are provided.
- the multifunctional vest also includes a workout boosting sheet which is provided for purpose of boosting workout.
- the workout boosting sheet keeps the body warm and heat up the core abdominal area and other targeted area where the linear strips with hook and loop fasteners are provided while doing exercise or daily activities.
- FIG. 1 is a rear elevation view of a multifunctional vest, according to the invention shown being worn by an individual.
- FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of the multifunctional vest shown in FIG. 1 being worn by a woman with zipper closed.
- FIG. 3 is an exploded rear upper perspective view of the multifunctional vest shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 with posterior embodiments attached partially.
- FIG. 4 is an exploded front perspective view of the multifunctional vest shown in FIG. 2 with the front zipper open, exposing the interior anterior portion of the garment.
- FIG. 5A is an exploded upper perspective view of the removable elements, namely support stays and scapular cross straps of the multifunctional vest shown in FIGS. 1-4 , in use for correcting posture and supporting thoraco-lumbar region.
- FIG. 5B is an upper perspective view of a removable element (therapeutic magnet belt) of the multifunctional vest, in use for relieving pain.
- FIG. 5C is an upper perspective view of a removable element (workout boosting sheet) of the multifunctional vest shown in FIG. 5 , in use for workout.
- FIGS. 6A and 6B are partially enlarged operational perspective views showing a hook and loop fastener assembly of a shoulder band and a connecting method of a scapular strap thereto, in adjustable way.
- FIGS. 6C and 6D are partially enlarged operational perspective views showing a hook and loop fastener assembly of a waist band and a connecting method of a scapular strap thereto, in adjustable way.
- FIG. 7 is a further exploded front upper perspective view of the multifunctional vest similar to FIG. 4 , but with fully opened front closure exposing the interior posterior and anterior portions, without assembling the removable embodiments according to the present invention.
- FIGS. 8A and 8B are plan views of the multifunctional vest showing its exterior configuration of the rear portion with different positions of scapular cross straps in detachable way.
- FIG. 8C is a plan view of the multifunctional vest showing its interior configuration of the rear portion with support stays inserted partially.
- FIG. 8D is a plan view of the multifunctional vest similar to that shown in FIG. 8C but with a therapeutic magnet belt attached.
- FIG. 9A is a plan view of the multifunctional vest showing its exterior configuration of the front portion closed by a zipper.
- FIG. 9B is a plan view of the multifunctional vest showing its interior configuration of the front portions shown in FIG. 9A , without a removable embodiment.
- FIG. 9C is a plan view of the multifunctional vest similar to that shown in FIG. 9B but with an added workout boosting sheet.
- a multifunctional vest 100 for posture correcting, pain relieving and workout boosting comprising a vest-like garment 10 covering the torso.
- a vest-like garment 10 wearing by a male and female individual includes an anterior portion 60 and a posterior portion 20 that are connected each other on shoulder and waist area by at least two or more elasticized bands 70 , 80 , 82 to form a continuous covering around the wearer's torso.
- the posterior portion 20 of the garment 10 extending between the cervical spine and the lumbosacral spinal region is composed of non-elastic breathable fabric.
- two extendable posterior scapular straps 40 in the posterior portion 20 that simultaneously cross the back and two thoraco-lumbar support stays, as will be described further below, are provided respectively in order to maintain the upper and lower back as well as shoulders of an individual in a correct posture position, especially when the individual is performing repetitive motions for a long period of time in sitting or standing position.
- the garment 10 is provided an opening 76 that is closed by a zipper 66 at the front.
- the anterior portion 60 has an upper section 62 which is shaped at their upper inner edges to form a (front) V-neck opening 50 for a wearer's neck and head, is made of expansible material for supporting wearer's breast and chest area that is suitable for both men and women wearing.
- the anterior portion 60 also has a lower section 64 that is formed of non-expansible material which may be same as used in the posterior portion 20 , extends below the upper section 62 substantially to the hips of the wearer of the garment 10 .
- Height adjusting shoulder bands 70 are provided for adjustably connecting the anterior portion 60 with the posterior portion 20 of the garment 10 by extending over the wearer's shoulder. At least two waist bands 80 , 82 are provided for the circumference size adjustment by encircling a portion of a wearer's body connecting the anterior portion 60 with the posterior portion 20 of the garment 10 .
- the shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 are preferably composed of a sturdy elastic material.
- An adjustable self-gripping mechanism such as Velcro, etc., is provided on each band 70 , 80 , 82 in order to facilitate the size adjustment for the individual's size as well as comfort for compression level the individual desires.
- FIG. 3 illustrates the rear perspective view of the garment 10 showing the way of attaching some embodiments.
- the embodiment includes two removable support stays 30 and scapular cross straps 40 .
- a pair of vertical, parallel, semi-rigid thoraco-lumbar support stays 30 is disposed in dual sheaths 24 in a posterior panel 22 of the garment 10 .
- two removable scapular straps 40 which are detachably attached by a connector 42 secured at the first end of the strap 40 , extending from the shoulder area angularly downward, each strap 40 crossing the other to form an X-shaped configuration as seen in FIGS. 1 and 3 , toward the opposite side of the garment 10 where its distal end with a connector 46 is detachably connected to the waist area, as illustrated greatly in detail in FIGS. 6 and 8 .
- Each strap 40 passes through an elongate positioning loop 26 that helps keep straps 40 in relative position across the back of the garment 10 .
- Additional connectors 44 and 48 are provided adjacent to the first and distal end of the straps 40 to facilitate adjusting the straps 40 independently depending on the size and comfort needs of the wearer. See FIG. 6 .
- the front perspective view of the garment 10 with a zipper open as well as a shoulder band 70 and a waist band 82 released from the connectors 34 and 38 is illustrated in order to show the inner surface of the bands as well as some interior anterior embodiments. It will be recognized that the other bands 70 , 80 , 82 can be the same as bands shown in the figure.
- the anterior portion 60 includes upper front section 62 and lower front section 64 that are integrally sewn with each other in horizontal direction.
- the front opening 76 of the garment 10 can be closed by means two fastening elements 66 and 68 of the self-sliding-type, and/or snap buttons, etc., on each side of its opening 76 .
- two parts of the anterior portion 60 are joined together by a zipper 66 which forms a front closure in the anterior portion 60 of the garment 10 . See FIGS. 7 and 9 , also.
- a snap button 68 is provided on the top end of the zipper 66 at the upper front section 62 to facilitate a zipper 66 for holding closed the front opening 76 .
- the two upward extensions on the upper front section 62 form a front neck opening 50 that is below the top of the posterior portion 20 allow a wearer for comfort in any circumstances including doing exercise and/or workout.
- a pair of elongate shoulder bands 70 extending from the upper front section 62 is adapted to extend over a wearer's shoulders to support and to properly position the garment 10 on the wearer's torso.
- At least two pairs of waist bands 80 and 82 provided on the waist opening 52 of the anterior portion 60 facilitate to connect the anterior portion 60 with the posterior portion 20 by reducing the circumferential size of the garment 10 .
- the shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 are integrally sewn in the neck opening 50 and waist opening 78 , respectively, of the anterior portion 60 .
- a free end of a band 70 , 80 , 82 is inserted through the center of the aperture of connectors 34 , 36 , 38 that fixed in the posterior portion 20 of the garment 10 , and doubled outwardly back for adjustably touching to the body of the band 70 , 80 , 82 itself.
- FIG. 5A An exploded view of the posterior embodiments is shown in FIG. 5A .
- Two vertical thoraco-lumbar support stays 30 which can be removably attached to the garment 10 , is typically manufactured from a conventional ribbed flexible material as well as other conventional resilient materials.
- the two scapular straps 40 forming a posterior crossing configuration across the support stays 30 are configured to be stretchable or selectively adjustable relative to the garment 10 in a manner such that the wearer's shoulders are generally biased downwardly while the wearer's chest is generally biased outwardly.
- the scapular straps 40 contain two or more connectors 42 , 44 , 46 , 48 at each end of the straps, as shown in FIGS. 1, 3 and 8 , in order to adjust the tightness of the straps depending on the wearer's size and demand.
- the connectors 42 , 44 , 46 , 48 are preferably of a rigid material such as metal, plastic or the like.
- a pair of positioning loop 26 bisected by a seam 28 into two sections that can be used for the placement of the straps 40 in a relative position across the back of the garment 10 is provided on the both side of the lower back area at the posterior portion 20 .
- the thoraco-lumbar support stays, scapular straps, including their connection to the shoulder and waist area are all arranged to support an upper and lower back, as well as facilitate stabilizing and correcting the posture of a wearer while in a standing or sitting position.
- FIGS. 5B and 5C illustrate a therapeutic magnet belt 90 and a workout boosting sheet 96 which are other preferred embodiments of the garment 10 .
- the therapeutic magnet belt 90 comprises of a band with a magnetic unit 92 that a plurality of magnetic blocks or sheets is distributed on the body.
- the band body can be made of non-elastic breathable textile or the like.
- a magnetic unit 92 such as magnetic blocks or sheets, preferably, is positioned symmetrically with the spinal column and may be applied to the surface of the inner wall which faces the body of the person, provided with one or more permanent magnet arrangements producing magnetic fields directed toward the wearer's body.
- the permanent magnet arrangements may be provided by one or more flexible magnetic sheets received in a pocket or pockets (not shown in the example yet) on the inner wall of the band, or by permanent magnet particles embedded in the inner wall of the band and magnetized to provide desired magnetic field patterns.
- the position of magnetic unit 92 and the number of magnets are adjustable, and further, the strength of a magnet is also adjustable. Accordingly, the most convenient and effective medical treatment is obtained.
- a workout boosting sheet 96 (see in FIG. 5C ) is preferably composed of a breathable, somewhat elastic or non-elastic neoprene material or the like. The function of the material is to retain the part of body heat and help sweat off extra body weight while performing daily activities or doing sports.
- the therapeutic magnet belt 90 is attached to the posterior portion 20
- the workout boosting sheet 96 is attached to the anterior portion 60 .
- given embodiments can be positioned in different manner or direction from the illustrated examples.
- the therapeutic magnet belt 90 can be attached vertically instead of horizontally in the posterior portion 20 , or switched the position with the workout boosting sheet 96 in the anterior portion 60 .
- Adjustable hook and loop fastener assembly 72 , 74 , 84 , 86 an attaching configuration and method of scapular scraps 40 to the shoulder and waist area of the posterior portion 20 of the garment 10 are shown in detail in FIG. 6 in an enlarged view.
- the hook and loop type fastener material is preferably Velcro®.
- Other types of inter-engageable fastener devices may be provided, such as snap fasteners or the like, although Velcro is preferred since it will be more comfortable for the wearer and will provide a larger degree of adjustability and make it easier to adjust the amount of overlap between the two Velcro parts
- the Velcro male 74 , 86 that can have a length of about one inch or less, is disposed on the free end of the bands 70 , 80 , 82 .
- the Velcro female 72 , 84 that can extend about 6 inches or less, is disposed on the same side of the bands 70 , 80 , 82 extending a significant length until the first end of the band 70 , 80 , 82 that stitched to the anterior portion 60 of the garment 10 .
- the Velcro female 72 , 84 preferably, is more elongated than the Velcro male 74 , 86 so that the Velcro male 74 , 86 overlaps and engages, in an adjustable way.
- the attachment point of the scapular straps to the body of the garment 10 is an important feature according to FIG. 6 .
- the additional connector 44 of the scapular strap 40 can be looped through the resultant loop formed by shoulder band 70 . See FIG. 6B .
- the additional connector 48 of the scapular strap 40 can be looped through the resultant loop formed by waist band 80 , 82 . See FIG. 6D .
- FIG. 7 a front exploded view of the garment 10 including the example of some embodiments with a method of utilization is described.
- two removable support stays 30 are sliding down until the half of the sheaths 24 , a scapular strap 40 is connected with a shoulder band 70 by its first end connector 42 and with a waist band 82 by its distal end connector 46 , as best shown in FIG. 6 in an enlarged view.
- the anterior portion 60 is unzipped and widely opened in order to reveal the interior configuration of the garment 10 .
- the anterior portion 60 is connected to the posterior portion 20 by shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 in manner which of the free ends are threaded through the aperture of connectors 34 , 36 , 38 that fixed at the posterior portion 20 from the front to the backward direction.
- the free end of the shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 is pulled back until the desired tightness is achieved, and then pressed against the underlying outer surface of the band itself, so that the mating Velcro parts 72 , 74 and 84 , 86 are engaged.
- the Velcro male and female 72 , 74 , 84 , 86 that is disposed on shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 are mated together to fix the length of the bands 70 , 80 , 82 .
- the Velcro male 74 , 86 can be removed from the Velcro female 72 , 84 to adjust the length of the bands 70 , 80 , 82 so that the anterior portion 60 is properly aligned for the individual wearing the garment 10 . This forms a compact, comfortable and secure fastener of attractive appearance which can be adjusted quickly and easily as needed.
- a therapeutic magnet belt 90 is provided as one of preferred embodiments of the garment 10 that can provide treatment to the back and/or the torso for relieving pain and discomfort.
- the therapeutic magnet belt 90 can also be used for enclosure health care of other parts, for example, it can be placed in the abdominal area of the garment 10 for relieving pain of other parts of body such as kidney, bladder or stomach area, where the linear strips with hook and loop fastener 88 are provided.
- a workout boosting sheet 96 that keeps the body warm and heat up the core abdominal area making more sweat when a wearer doing any sports such as running, yoga or other workouts.
- there are multiple Velcro male 98 strips in the outer surface for attaching it to the abdominal area of the garment 10 where the linear strips with hook and loop fastener 88 are provided.
- the workout boosting sheet 96 can also have alternative placement in the posterior portion 20 where the linear strips with hook and loop fastener 56 are provided.
- the surface without fasteners is the inner surface which contacts the skin of the human body and the surface with hook and loop fasteners 94 , 98 is the outer surface.
- FIGS. 8 and 9 The plan views of the posterior portion 20 and anterior portion 60 of the garment 10 including their exterior and interior configuration are shown in FIGS. 8 and 9 in order to show the feature of the garment 10 with and without preferred embodiments.
- scapular straps 40 can be positioned at least two different manners depending on a wearer's size and comfort of level of tightness.
- the scapular scraps 40 which are intended to be attached to the shoulder area by its first end connectors 42 , are crossed downward the posterior panel 22 inserting through the upper resultant part of the opposite positioning loop 26 , until reaching to the upper waist area by its distal end connector 46 . See FIG. 8A .
- the distal end connector 46 of the scapular straps 40 also can be connected to the lower waist area by inserting through the lower resultant part of the positioning loop 26 , as shown in FIG. 8B .
- the scapular straps 40 can be attached to the shoulder and waist area by utilizing the additional connectors 44 , 48 , best seen in FIGS. 6B and 6D , if it is needed to reduce the size or increase the tightness of the straps 40 for more support on shoulders or back. Whether inserting through the upper or lower resultant part of the positioning loop 26 depends on attaching to which waist connector 36 or 38 .
- two elongated support stays 30 is slidably inserted into dual sheaths 24 extending between the rear neck opening 50 and hip opening 54 in posterior panel 22 of the garment 10 .
- Each sheath 24 has a top opening 32 for insertion and removal of stays 30 .
- the sheaths 24 closely hold the support stays 30 paramedially along each side of the spine.
- the connector includes at least one-elongate aperture that receive fabric therein in order to secure the shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 .
- the connector is fixed to an elongate fabric holder 58 that sewn integrally on the body of the posterior portion 20 .
- the therapeutic magnet belt 90 is attached in the lower back area, as shown in FIG. 8D .
- the garment 10 is shown its exterior and interior configuration of the anterior portion 60 with shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 in an unfolded condition, at the front with an opening 76 that is closed by means of slide-fasteners, snap buttons, self-gripping device, etc.
- a zipper 66 in this example, forms a front closure in the anterior portion 60 of the garment 10 . See also FIGS. 4 and 7 .
- Non-stretchable fabric fringe 78 is secured along top and side edges of the anterior portion 60 by stitching for rendering members, especially upper front section 62 substantially non-stretchable in the longitudinal direction.
- a pair of shoulder bands 70 extending from the upper section 62 of the anterior portion 60 oriented towards the posterior portion 20 of the garment 10 is provided for adjusting the position of anterior portion 60 for an individual's body shape in the vertical direction.
- the multiple waist bands 80 , 82 are provided in the waist area extending from the waist opening 52 of the anterior portion 60 that permit adjustment of the size of the garment 10 around the girth of an individual wearing the garment 10 .
- One end of the shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 is secured to the front neck opening 50 and/or waist opening 52 of the anterior portion 60 by stitching or the like, while the distal end is staying as a free end.
- Shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 include a hook and loop fastener assembly or a Velcro as mentioned earlier, affixed thereto.
- a Velcro portion, preferable, a Velcro male 74 , 86 are affixed to the free end of each band 70 , 80 , 82 , while the Velcro female 72 , 84 part are disposed on the same side of the bands 70 , 80 , 82 that adjacent to the front neckline 50 and waist opening 52 , respectively, as shown in these figures, as well as other figures such as FIGS. 4, 6 and 7 .
- attachment components 68 such as hook and loop touch fasteners, conventional snaps, and conventional wire hooks and loops, etc in the inner edges of the upper section 62 of the anterior portion 60 .
- fasteners are well known, a further detailed description concerning the same is not provided.
- Velcro female part 88 There are multiple linear strips with Velcro female part 88 lining vertically in the abdominal area of the garment 10 for attachment of given embodiments.
- the workout boosting sheet 96 that extends from the one side of the waist opening 52 to another covering the abdominal area, is attached.
- Other preferred embodiment, such as therapeutic magnet belt 90 can be attached thereto as well.
- Velcro female 56 , 88 are lined in both posterior and anterior portion 20 , 60 , so that the given embodiments, such as therapeutic magnet belt 90 and workout boosting sheet 96 can be positioned in different manner or direction from the illustrated examples.
- the therapeutic magnet belt 90 can be attached vertically instead of horizontally in the posterior portion 20 , or switched the position with the workout boosting sheet 96 in the anterior portion 60 .
- a multifunctional vest 100 combines features of posture correcting device, pain relieving belt and exercise boosting garment in a single garment in male and/or female embodiments that permit freedom of movement and comfort for the user.
- the garment 10 may have long or short sleeves and/or hoodies in order to increase the utilization of the garment in different weather condition and/or other circumstances.
- An inner cup assembly which includes individual cups for each breast can be provided optionally for female user, too.
- the shoulder and waist bands 70 , 80 , 82 may be switched the fixing position at the posterior portion 20 instead of the anterior portion 60 of the garment 10 . Accordingly, the orientation and surface area of the hook and loop fastener assembly can be varied as desired.
- the first end of the scapular straps 40 can be affixed integrally to the shoulder area while the second end remains free for adjustable connection.
- Linear strips with Velcro portion can be disposed either vertically, as shown in the example, or horizontally along the posterior portion 20 and anterior portion 60 as well as corresponding surface of given embodiments of the garment 10 for alternative method of attachment.
- the garment 10 may have one or more connectors, clips, fasteners and the like to hold or support other objects as needed.
- two apertures connector can be used for connection.
- Some embodiments such as therapeutic magnet belt 90 and/or workout boosting sheet 96 may be longer or bigger that can cover whole back area or encircle the body including abdominal and back area or may be provided multiple pieces that can apply in different parts of the body at the same time.
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Abstract
Description
- The present application claims the benefit of priority to the U.S. Provisional Patent Application of the same title that was filed on Oct. 25, 2016, having application Ser. No. 62/412,820, and is incorporated herein by reference.
- The present invention relates to a garment, and in particular, to a vest-like garment that can be used for multiple purposes such as posture correcting, pain relieving and workout boosting.
- Because of modern technology, many people need to sit for a long period of time and some people, especially young people has getting wrong body shape, such as pony back, loose shoulder or not strait backbone. And these bad habits may affect not only for their beauty and appearance, but also affect their health condition and may become a potential reason of further severe back problems and overweight.
- Many of the prior art tried to resolve these problems, but most of them focused on a sole usage. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 3,116,735 and U.S. Pat. No. 9,168,167 disclosed a posture brace and posture improvement device, U.S. Pat. No. 4,756,306 and U.S. Pat. No. 20070208288 disclosed a therapeutic belt and therapeutic treatment apparatus, while U.S. Pat. No. 20160235129 disclosed an exercise garment.
- Generally, a vest-like garment is well known in the art. However, they are differentiated one another by their figure, material and/or purpose. For instance, there are a number of garment for posture correcting including upper and lower back. Such garments typically comprise a vest with or without sleeves and attachable moving parts such as support stays and scapular straps. By way of example, note US. Pat. No. 20120059297 to Newkirk directed to a scapula-spinal stabilizer with abdominal support for opening the superior thoracic aperture. A device of this type is also shown in U.S. Pat. No. 6,440,094 to Maas. A similar device but for use with a pad or the like to be held in the center of the back is shown in U.S. Pat. No. 9,168,167 to Brown.
- People believe that posture correcting garment can help to relieve pain of wearer. That is true in long run, if you use it for a long period of time. But as for an immediate method, there are numerous medical conditions to relieve the pain and discomfort. One of them is magnetotherapy and there are multiple documents wherein a variety of devices or items containing magnets are described and recommended for treating, preventing or improving diverse health conditions. Shimiyashu U.S. Pat. No. 4,480,596, Smith et al., U.S. Pat. No. 6,623,419 as well as Martello U.S. Pat. No. 6,551,234 and Getek U.S. Pat. No. 6,406,418 are examples of US patents wherein therapeutic magnets belts are used in order to reduce musculoskeletal pain, counteract fat or reducing muscles stiffness by exposing the described body areas to magnetic flux.
- Similarly, U.S. Pat. No. 6,632,168 to Roberts et al., discloses a magnetic therapeutic device and a method to treat pain or injury areas comprising the use of the said magnetic device under the wearer's skin. Also, there are everyday use articles such as pads, bands, patches, bandages and wrapping materials comprising magnetic items and directed to the magnetotherapy of different parts of the body are disclosed in multiple U.S. Patents such as Juster et al., U.S. Pat. No. 6,344,021, Engel U.S. Pat. No. 6,146,324, Nagler U.S. Pat. No. 6,093,143, Snider U.S. Pat. No. 5,336,498, Russell U.S. Pat. No. 5,782,743 and Griffin et al U.S. Pat. No. 4,587,956 among others.
- However, all these prior art is dedicated for only pain relieving purpose. Thus, in accordance with the principle of the present invention, a therapeutic magnet belt adapted for pain relieving placement of the bodies of persons who have previous back problems or abdominal muscle injury, as well as to help preventing the reoccurrence of such problems is provided as one of preferred embodiments of the invention.
- Over the years, a lot of weight-loss technologies and methods are introduced on the market, and one of the most effective and popular methods of losing weight is sweating off either through exercise or other available methods. Since a lot of exercise is required for one to sweat-off, a variety of exercise clothing or sportswear that help the users to sweat off with as the least amount of exercise as possible, preventing the air and moisture from coming out of the body of the users, have been introduced on the market. Examples of such prior art exercise garments are described in U.S. Pat. No. 8,732,862 to Shields, U.S. Pat. No. 8,376,808 to Hopkins and U.S. Pat. No. 5,700,231 to Wilkinson. However, such kinds of sportswear or exercising clothing cover the whole or most part of the body of the user as an outwear to achieve a high weight-loss effect so that they cannot wear them during their normal activities or at their work.
- From other side, many individuals find that it is difficult to reduce flabbiness on specific body parts, such as abdominal area or waistline. Various garments have been designed for use to increase perspiration and cause weight reduction. Prior art garments of this type are exemplified by those disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 20140059735 to Taylor and U.S. Pat. No 20110314590 to Perron et al. These garments include a sleeve having top and bottom ends that can be placed around the targeted body area and a pant covering the lower abdomen, crotch and buttocks that cause movement resistance and induce muscle toning and caloric. Again, all of them are focusing on exercise or weight loss purpose only.
- So that, the multifunctional vest according to the invention also intends to provide a device that is useful for training aid that provide the general advantages of being a garment that is easy to use and adjust for specific needs, as well as to provide the user with a normal appearance.
- It is obvious, once have one problem, there is highly possibility of coming other problems. For example, if someone has a wrong posture, they can suffer from back pain sooner. Or if someone has back pain, of course fat body will make it worse. However, in view of the foregoing, it is clear that aforementioned prior arts couldn't resolve these problems in complex for preventing, correcting and curing purpose.
- In this respect, the multifunctional vest according to the invention substantially departs from the conventional concepts, purpose and designs of the prior art, and in doing so provides an one-piece garment primarily developed for the multiple purposes by easily changing given embodiments such as support stays, scapular straps, a therapeutic magnet belt and a workout boosting sheet. Thus, the present invention can readily be adapted for use by individual which need not only the benefit of the posture correcting or pain relieving including prevention of back injury, but also need a workout boosting sheet to keep fit while doing daily activities or exercise.
- Briefly described, the present invention is a versatile, vest-like garment having a front opening that is closed by a zipper. Further, the anterior portion has upper section which is made of expansible material for supporting wearer's breast and chest that is suitable for both men and women wearing. The garment also includes multiple bands that join the anterior portion with the posterior portion. The bands are made of sturdy elastic material. An adjustable self-gripping mechanism—hook and loop fastener is provided on each band in order to facilitate the size adjustment for the individual's size as well as comfort for compression level the individual desires.
- The multifunctional vest according to the invention attempts to provide an one-piece garment that can be adapted for multiple purposes such as posture correcting, pain relieving and workout boosting by installing given embodiments.
- In a preferred embodiment, the multifunctional vest includes two vertical support stays that is disposed in dual sheaths in the posterior panel of the garment. The garment also includes removable scapular straps that are operatively connected to the shoulder and waist bands by crossing over the posterior panel of the garment. Both embodiments are provided for purpose of improving body posture.
- In another preferred embodiment, the multifunctional vest includes a therapeutic magnet belt which is provided for purpose of relieving pain. The therapeutic magnet belt can be attached to both anterior portion and posterior portion where the linear strips with hook and loop fasteners are provided.
- In another preferred embodiment, the multifunctional vest also includes a workout boosting sheet which is provided for purpose of boosting workout. The workout boosting sheet keeps the body warm and heat up the core abdominal area and other targeted area where the linear strips with hook and loop fasteners are provided while doing exercise or daily activities.
- These and other features and advantages of the invention will become more apparent upon reading the following specification in conjunction with the accompanying drawing figures.
- The multifunctional vest according to the invention is described with reference to the accompanying drawings which show preferred embodiments according to the invention described herein. It will be noted that the garment as disclosed in the accompanying drawings is illustrated by way of example only. The various elements and combinations of elements described below and illustrated in the drawings can be arranged and organized differently to result in embodiments which are still within the spirit and scope of the invention described herein.
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FIG. 1 is a rear elevation view of a multifunctional vest, according to the invention shown being worn by an individual. -
FIG. 2 is a front elevation view of the multifunctional vest shown inFIG. 1 being worn by a woman with zipper closed. -
FIG. 3 is an exploded rear upper perspective view of the multifunctional vest shown inFIGS. 1 and 2 with posterior embodiments attached partially. -
FIG. 4 is an exploded front perspective view of the multifunctional vest shown inFIG. 2 with the front zipper open, exposing the interior anterior portion of the garment. -
FIG. 5A is an exploded upper perspective view of the removable elements, namely support stays and scapular cross straps of the multifunctional vest shown inFIGS. 1-4 , in use for correcting posture and supporting thoraco-lumbar region. -
FIG. 5B is an upper perspective view of a removable element (therapeutic magnet belt) of the multifunctional vest, in use for relieving pain. -
FIG. 5C is an upper perspective view of a removable element (workout boosting sheet) of the multifunctional vest shown inFIG. 5 , in use for workout. -
FIGS. 6A and 6B are partially enlarged operational perspective views showing a hook and loop fastener assembly of a shoulder band and a connecting method of a scapular strap thereto, in adjustable way. -
FIGS. 6C and 6D are partially enlarged operational perspective views showing a hook and loop fastener assembly of a waist band and a connecting method of a scapular strap thereto, in adjustable way. -
FIG. 7 is a further exploded front upper perspective view of the multifunctional vest similar toFIG. 4 , but with fully opened front closure exposing the interior posterior and anterior portions, without assembling the removable embodiments according to the present invention. -
FIGS. 8A and 8B are plan views of the multifunctional vest showing its exterior configuration of the rear portion with different positions of scapular cross straps in detachable way. -
FIG. 8C is a plan view of the multifunctional vest showing its interior configuration of the rear portion with support stays inserted partially. -
FIG. 8D is a plan view of the multifunctional vest similar to that shown inFIG. 8C but with a therapeutic magnet belt attached. -
FIG. 9A is a plan view of the multifunctional vest showing its exterior configuration of the front portion closed by a zipper. -
FIG. 9B is a plan view of the multifunctional vest showing its interior configuration of the front portions shown inFIG. 9A , without a removable embodiment. -
FIG. 9C is a plan view of the multifunctional vest similar to that shown inFIG. 9B but with an added workout boosting sheet. - Referring now in more detail to the exemplary drawings for purposes of illustrating embodiments of the invention, wherein like reference numerals designate corresponding or like elements among the several views.
- In accordance with the present invention, a
multifunctional vest 100 for posture correcting, pain relieving and workout boosting is described, comprising a vest-like garment 10 covering the torso. As shown inFIGS. 1 and 2 , a vest-like garment 10 wearing by a male and female individual includes ananterior portion 60 and aposterior portion 20 that are connected each other on shoulder and waist area by at least two or moreelasticized bands - The
posterior portion 20 of thegarment 10 extending between the cervical spine and the lumbosacral spinal region, is composed of non-elastic breathable fabric. As shown inFIG. 1 , two extendable posterior scapular straps 40 in theposterior portion 20 that simultaneously cross the back and two thoraco-lumbar support stays, as will be described further below, are provided respectively in order to maintain the upper and lower back as well as shoulders of an individual in a correct posture position, especially when the individual is performing repetitive motions for a long period of time in sitting or standing position. - According to the
FIG. 2 , thegarment 10 is provided an opening 76 that is closed by azipper 66 at the front. Further, theanterior portion 60 has anupper section 62 which is shaped at their upper inner edges to form a (front) V-neck opening 50 for a wearer's neck and head, is made of expansible material for supporting wearer's breast and chest area that is suitable for both men and women wearing. Theanterior portion 60 also has alower section 64 that is formed of non-expansible material which may be same as used in theposterior portion 20, extends below theupper section 62 substantially to the hips of the wearer of thegarment 10. - Height adjusting
shoulder bands 70 are provided for adjustably connecting theanterior portion 60 with theposterior portion 20 of thegarment 10 by extending over the wearer's shoulder. At least twowaist bands anterior portion 60 with theposterior portion 20 of thegarment 10. The shoulder andwaist bands - An adjustable self-gripping mechanism, hook and loop fasteners, such as Velcro, etc., is provided on each
band -
FIG. 3 illustrates the rear perspective view of thegarment 10 showing the way of attaching some embodiments. The embodiment includes two removable support stays 30 and scapular cross straps 40. - A
posterior panel 22 extending from theneck opening 50 until the hip opening 54 is provided in theposterior portion 20 in order to create a pocket or asheath 24 for an embodiment. A pair of vertical, parallel, semi-rigid thoraco-lumbar support stays 30 is disposed indual sheaths 24 in aposterior panel 22 of thegarment 10. - Additionally, two removable scapular straps 40 which are detachably attached by a
connector 42 secured at the first end of thestrap 40, extending from the shoulder area angularly downward, eachstrap 40 crossing the other to form an X-shaped configuration as seen inFIGS. 1 and 3 , toward the opposite side of thegarment 10 where its distal end with aconnector 46 is detachably connected to the waist area, as illustrated greatly in detail inFIGS. 6 and 8 . Eachstrap 40 passes through anelongate positioning loop 26 that helps keepstraps 40 in relative position across the back of thegarment 10.Additional connectors straps 40 to facilitate adjusting thestraps 40 independently depending on the size and comfort needs of the wearer. SeeFIG. 6 . - As shown in
FIG. 4 , the front perspective view of thegarment 10 with a zipper open as well as ashoulder band 70 and awaist band 82 released from theconnectors other bands - The
anterior portion 60 includesupper front section 62 andlower front section 64 that are integrally sewn with each other in horizontal direction. The front opening 76 of thegarment 10 can be closed by means twofastening elements anterior portion 60 are joined together by azipper 66 which forms a front closure in theanterior portion 60 of thegarment 10. SeeFIGS. 7 and 9 , also. Further, asnap button 68 is provided on the top end of thezipper 66 at theupper front section 62 to facilitate azipper 66 for holding closed the front opening 76. - The two upward extensions on the
upper front section 62 form a front neck opening 50 that is below the top of theposterior portion 20 allow a wearer for comfort in any circumstances including doing exercise and/or workout. - A pair of
elongate shoulder bands 70 extending from theupper front section 62 is adapted to extend over a wearer's shoulders to support and to properly position thegarment 10 on the wearer's torso. At least two pairs ofwaist bands anterior portion 60 facilitate to connect theanterior portion 60 with theposterior portion 20 by reducing the circumferential size of thegarment 10. The shoulder andwaist bands neck opening 50 andwaist opening 78, respectively, of theanterior portion 60. - An
adjustable fastener assembly band FIGS. 6, 7 and 9 , forms an integral part of thebands band connectors posterior portion 20 of thegarment 10, and doubled outwardly back for adjustably touching to the body of theband - All removable components are illustrated in detail in
FIG. 5 . - Firstly, an exploded view of the posterior embodiments is shown in
FIG. 5A . Two vertical thoraco-lumbar support stays 30 which can be removably attached to thegarment 10, is typically manufactured from a conventional ribbed flexible material as well as other conventional resilient materials. - In addition, the two
scapular straps 40 forming a posterior crossing configuration across the support stays 30, are configured to be stretchable or selectively adjustable relative to thegarment 10 in a manner such that the wearer's shoulders are generally biased downwardly while the wearer's chest is generally biased outwardly. The scapular straps 40 contain two ormore connectors FIGS. 1, 3 and 8 , in order to adjust the tightness of the straps depending on the wearer's size and demand. Theconnectors - Further, a pair of
positioning loop 26 bisected by aseam 28 into two sections that can be used for the placement of thestraps 40 in a relative position across the back of thegarment 10, is provided on the both side of the lower back area at theposterior portion 20. - The thoraco-lumbar support stays, scapular straps, including their connection to the shoulder and waist area are all arranged to support an upper and lower back, as well as facilitate stabilizing and correcting the posture of a wearer while in a standing or sitting position.
- The
FIGS. 5B and 5C illustrate atherapeutic magnet belt 90 and aworkout boosting sheet 96 which are other preferred embodiments of thegarment 10. - The
therapeutic magnet belt 90 comprises of a band with amagnetic unit 92 that a plurality of magnetic blocks or sheets is distributed on the body. The band body can be made of non-elastic breathable textile or the like. - A
magnetic unit 92, such as magnetic blocks or sheets, preferably, is positioned symmetrically with the spinal column and may be applied to the surface of the inner wall which faces the body of the person, provided with one or more permanent magnet arrangements producing magnetic fields directed toward the wearer's body. The permanent magnet arrangements may be provided by one or more flexible magnetic sheets received in a pocket or pockets (not shown in the example yet) on the inner wall of the band, or by permanent magnet particles embedded in the inner wall of the band and magnetized to provide desired magnetic field patterns. However, the position ofmagnetic unit 92 and the number of magnets are adjustable, and further, the strength of a magnet is also adjustable. Accordingly, the most convenient and effective medical treatment is obtained. - Anther embodiment, a workout boosting sheet 96 (see in
FIG. 5C ) is preferably composed of a breathable, somewhat elastic or non-elastic neoprene material or the like. The function of the material is to retain the part of body heat and help sweat off extra body weight while performing daily activities or doing sports. - There are multiple linear strips with hook and
loop fastener 94 and 98 lining in the outer face of thetherapeutic magnet belt 90 andworkout boosting sheet 96 to secure the embodiments to thegarment 10 where hook andloop fabrics therapeutic magnet belt 90 is attached to theposterior portion 20, while theworkout boosting sheet 96 is attached to theanterior portion 60. However, given embodiments can be positioned in different manner or direction from the illustrated examples. For instance, thetherapeutic magnet belt 90 can be attached vertically instead of horizontally in theposterior portion 20, or switched the position with theworkout boosting sheet 96 in theanterior portion 60. - Adjustable hook and
loop fastener assembly scapular scraps 40 to the shoulder and waist area of theposterior portion 20 of thegarment 10 are shown in detail inFIG. 6 in an enlarged view. - The hook and loop type fastener material is preferably Velcro®. Other types of inter-engageable fastener devices may be provided, such as snap fasteners or the like, although Velcro is preferred since it will be more comfortable for the wearer and will provide a larger degree of adjustability and make it easier to adjust the amount of overlap between the two Velcro parts
- In an example, the
Velcro male bands Velcro female bands band anterior portion 60 of thegarment 10. TheVelcro female Velcro male Velcro male - The attachment point of the scapular straps to the body of the
garment 10 is an important feature according toFIG. 6 . In order to secure the scapular straps 40 to the shoulder area, pulling the free end of theshoulder band 70 at first thread through the center of connectingaperture 34 fixed at theposterior portion 20 and then through the center of connectingaperture 42 fixed in the first end of thescapular strap 40 before overlapping back onto itself, as shown inFIG. 6A . Alternatively, theadditional connector 44 of thescapular strap 40 can be looped through the resultant loop formed byshoulder band 70. SeeFIG. 6B . In order to secure the scapular straps 40 to the waist area, pulling the free end of thewaist band aperture posterior portion 20 and then through the center of connectingaperture 46 fixed in the distal end ofscapular straps 40 before overlapping back onto itself, as shown inFIG. 6C . Alternatively, theadditional connector 48 of thescapular strap 40 can be looped through the resultant loop formed bywaist band FIG. 6D . - Referring to
FIG. 7 , a front exploded view of thegarment 10 including the example of some embodiments with a method of utilization is described. - As apparent from the figure, the posterior embodiments are attached partially: two removable support stays 30 are sliding down until the half of the
sheaths 24, ascapular strap 40 is connected with ashoulder band 70 by itsfirst end connector 42 and with awaist band 82 by itsdistal end connector 46, as best shown inFIG. 6 in an enlarged view. - The
anterior portion 60 is unzipped and widely opened in order to reveal the interior configuration of thegarment 10. According to the figure, theanterior portion 60 is connected to theposterior portion 20 by shoulder andwaist bands connectors posterior portion 20 from the front to the backward direction. - Further, the free end of the shoulder and
waist bands mating Velcro parts waist bands bands Velcro male Velcro female bands anterior portion 60 is properly aligned for the individual wearing thegarment 10. This forms a compact, comfortable and secure fastener of attractive appearance which can be adjusted quickly and easily as needed. - A
therapeutic magnet belt 90, as best described earlier, is provided as one of preferred embodiments of thegarment 10 that can provide treatment to the back and/or the torso for relieving pain and discomfort. In this embodiment, there are multiple Velcro male 94 strips in the outer surface for attaching it to thegarment 10, so that a wearer can adjust its position on demand from lower back to upper back along the linear strips with hook andloop fastener 56 provided vertically on the interior surface of theposterior portion 20. Alternatively, thetherapeutic magnet belt 90 can also be used for enclosure health care of other parts, for example, it can be placed in the abdominal area of thegarment 10 for relieving pain of other parts of body such as kidney, bladder or stomach area, where the linear strips with hook andloop fastener 88 are provided. - Another preferred embodiment of the
garment 10 is aworkout boosting sheet 96 that keeps the body warm and heat up the core abdominal area making more sweat when a wearer doing any sports such as running, yoga or other workouts. In this embodiment, there are multiple Velcro male 98 strips in the outer surface for attaching it to the abdominal area of thegarment 10, where the linear strips with hook andloop fastener 88 are provided. Same as thetherapeutic magnet belt 90, theworkout boosting sheet 96 can also have alternative placement in theposterior portion 20 where the linear strips with hook andloop fastener 56 are provided. - According to the attachable embodiments mentioned above, it should be noted in
FIGS. 5B and 5C , that the surface without fasteners is the inner surface which contacts the skin of the human body and the surface with hook andloop fasteners 94, 98 is the outer surface. - The plan views of the
posterior portion 20 andanterior portion 60 of thegarment 10 including their exterior and interior configuration are shown inFIGS. 8 and 9 in order to show the feature of thegarment 10 with and without preferred embodiments. - According to
FIGS. 8A and 8B ,scapular straps 40 can be positioned at least two different manners depending on a wearer's size and comfort of level of tightness. The scapular scraps 40 which are intended to be attached to the shoulder area by itsfirst end connectors 42, are crossed downward theposterior panel 22 inserting through the upper resultant part of theopposite positioning loop 26, until reaching to the upper waist area by itsdistal end connector 46. SeeFIG. 8A . Thedistal end connector 46 of the scapular straps 40 also can be connected to the lower waist area by inserting through the lower resultant part of thepositioning loop 26, as shown inFIG. 8B . - Alternatively, the scapular straps 40 can be attached to the shoulder and waist area by utilizing the
additional connectors FIGS. 6B and 6D , if it is needed to reduce the size or increase the tightness of thestraps 40 for more support on shoulders or back. Whether inserting through the upper or lower resultant part of thepositioning loop 26 depends on attaching to whichwaist connector - As shown in
FIG. 8C , two elongated support stays 30 is slidably inserted intodual sheaths 24 extending between therear neck opening 50 and hip opening 54 inposterior panel 22 of thegarment 10. Eachsheath 24 has atop opening 32 for insertion and removal of stays 30. Thesheaths 24 closely hold the support stays 30 paramedially along each side of the spine. -
Multiple connectors posterior portion 20 of thegarment 10. The connector includes at least one-elongate aperture that receive fabric therein in order to secure the shoulder andwaist bands elongate fabric holder 58 that sewn integrally on the body of theposterior portion 20. - There are multiple linear strips with hook and
loop fastener 56 along the back from theneck opening 50 to the hip opening 54 in the interior surface of theposterior portion 20 for attachment of given embodiments that allow a user to locate an embodiment wherever needed such as neck, upper or lower back, as well as kidney, bladder or stomach, so that magnet therapy operation can be carried out on corresponding body parts through the magnetic blocks. In an example, thetherapeutic magnet belt 90 is attached in the lower back area, as shown inFIG. 8D . - With reference to
FIG. 9 , thegarment 10 is shown its exterior and interior configuration of theanterior portion 60 with shoulder andwaist bands zipper 66, in this example, forms a front closure in theanterior portion 60 of thegarment 10. See alsoFIGS. 4 and 7 . -
Non-stretchable fabric fringe 78 is secured along top and side edges of theanterior portion 60 by stitching for rendering members, especiallyupper front section 62 substantially non-stretchable in the longitudinal direction. - A pair of
shoulder bands 70 extending from theupper section 62 of theanterior portion 60 oriented towards theposterior portion 20 of thegarment 10 is provided for adjusting the position ofanterior portion 60 for an individual's body shape in the vertical direction. - The
multiple waist bands anterior portion 60 that permit adjustment of the size of thegarment 10 around the girth of an individual wearing thegarment 10. - One end of the shoulder and
waist bands front neck opening 50 and/or waist opening 52 of theanterior portion 60 by stitching or the like, while the distal end is staying as a free end. - Shoulder and
waist bands Velcro male band Velcro female bands front neckline 50 andwaist opening 52, respectively, as shown in these figures, as well as other figures such asFIGS. 4, 6 and 7 . - As shown in
FIGS. 9B and 9C , at the upper end of thezipper 66, it is provided with one releasablymating attachment components 68, such as hook and loop touch fasteners, conventional snaps, and conventional wire hooks and loops, etc in the inner edges of theupper section 62 of theanterior portion 60. As such fasteners are well known, a further detailed description concerning the same is not provided. - There are multiple linear strips with Velcro
female part 88 lining vertically in the abdominal area of thegarment 10 for attachment of given embodiments. - In the illustrated embodiment shown in
FIG. 9C , theworkout boosting sheet 96 that extends from the one side of thewaist opening 52 to another covering the abdominal area, is attached. Other preferred embodiment, such astherapeutic magnet belt 90 can be attached thereto as well. -
Multiple Velcro female anterior portion therapeutic magnet belt 90 andworkout boosting sheet 96 can be positioned in different manner or direction from the illustrated examples. For instance, thetherapeutic magnet belt 90 can be attached vertically instead of horizontally in theposterior portion 20, or switched the position with theworkout boosting sheet 96 in theanterior portion 60. - A
multifunctional vest 100 according to the invention combines features of posture correcting device, pain relieving belt and exercise boosting garment in a single garment in male and/or female embodiments that permit freedom of movement and comfort for the user. - While the foregoing embodiments have been described and shown, it is understood that alternatives and modifications of these embodiments, such as those suggested by others, may be made to fall within the scope of the invention. Moreover, any of the principles described herein may be extended or applied to any other devices such as back protector, treatment device, exercise garment and other vest-like garments.
- Further, embodiments disclosed herein are not meant to be limiting, are solely intended to offer variations of a preferred embodiment, and are not meant to exclude equivalent variations or obvious derivations of the preferred embodiment that are not disclosed herein. It is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways.
- For example, the
garment 10 may have long or short sleeves and/or hoodies in order to increase the utilization of the garment in different weather condition and/or other circumstances. An inner cup assembly which includes individual cups for each breast can be provided optionally for female user, too. - The shoulder and
waist bands posterior portion 20 instead of theanterior portion 60 of thegarment 10. Accordingly, the orientation and surface area of the hook and loop fastener assembly can be varied as desired. - The first end of the scapular straps 40 can be affixed integrally to the shoulder area while the second end remains free for adjustable connection.
- Linear strips with Velcro portion can be disposed either vertically, as shown in the example, or horizontally along the
posterior portion 20 andanterior portion 60 as well as corresponding surface of given embodiments of thegarment 10 for alternative method of attachment. - The
garment 10 may have one or more connectors, clips, fasteners and the like to hold or support other objects as needed. Alternatively, two apertures connector can be used for connection. - Some embodiments such as
therapeutic magnet belt 90 and/orworkout boosting sheet 96 may be longer or bigger that can cover whole back area or encircle the body including abdominal and back area or may be provided multiple pieces that can apply in different parts of the body at the same time. - Different types of fabrics excluded the materials mentioned herein may be used in a single garment. The material and/or the size of the disclosed embodiments may be changed.
- All in all, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that changes and modifications may be made in the embodiments (details, materials, and arrangements of the parts) illustrated herein, without departing from the spirit and the scope of the invention. Accordingly, the invention is not limited to these embodiments or the use of elements having specific configurations and shapes as presented herein except insofar as indicated by the scope of the appended claims.
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